About the position
Sumter Utilities, Inc. (a Quanta Services company) seeks entire Underground Crews (Foreman/A Lineman/B Lineman/C Lineman/Operator/Groundman). Successful candidates will possess existing experience working together as a construction crew. Preference may also be given to candidates who are able to bring along additional qualified candidates to form entire work crews. SAFETY IS A CORE VALUE FOR OUR COMPANY so substantial weight will be given in the selection process to candidates demonstrating their shared commitment to safe operations. We offer competitive wages, paid vacation and holidays, a full benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Optional Critical Care Insurance, LifeLock Identity Protection and both Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance as well. Benefits are available the 1st day of the next month following hire date. We also offer a 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match. After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible to apply for entry into SUI's DOL Certified 4-Year Apprenticeship Program. (Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent and CDL.) Possession of a valid Class A CDL is HIGHLY PREFERRED. Those hired without a CDL may be required to obtain within 90 days of employment. Sumter Utilities Inc. is an Equal Opportunity - Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace Employer.
Responsibilities
- Able/willing to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
- Able/willing to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
- Able/willing to work Overtime, when required.
- Have total commitment to safety and compliance.
- Provide direct supervision & technical guidance to Linemen, Equipment Operators and Groundmen performing maintenance & construction on underground utility projects.
- PROFICIENT in reading and interpreting site plans, construction prints/drawings and scopes of work.
- PROFICIENT in safe operation of heavy equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, mini-excavators, etc.
- Have total commitment to Safety and Compliance. Able to effectively communicate, demonstrate and enforce requirements & best practices.
- Possess advanced understanding of compliance with OSHA Shoring & Trenching standards.
- Must be able to effectively lead and record Job Task Safety Analysis (JTSA) meetings.
- Must have a quality work ethic and be committed to optimal Customer Service.
- Responsible for coordinating essential personnel on-site for the project to include crew mobilization, subcontractors, traffic control, etc.
- Possess comfort level with using new technologies (mobile devices/apps) or show willingness to learn.
- Efficiently manage all supplies, materials and equipment necessary to complete assigned work.
- Assist with planning, directing and budget activities concerned with the completion of underground line construction projects.
- Communicate directly with General Foremen, Superintendents, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Line Crews and other project personnel as required.
- Understand and follow detailed construction schedules.
- Possess High School Diploma or Equivalency.
- Able to coordinate & collaborate effectively with multiple levels within company.
- Willing to travel and work away from home.
- Must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate & encourage teamwork skills.
Requirements
- Possession of a valid Class A CDL is HIGHLY PREFERRED.
- Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent.
- Able to perform rigorous physical labor as required.
- Capable of working in confined spaces.
- Must be familiar with induced voltage.
- Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints.
- Able to properly pull in UG conductors.
- Capable of leading crew in preparation/installation of pad mount transformers & enclosures.
- Comprehensive knowledge of operations in terminating UG conductors & secondaries.
- Capable of executing live switching on UG loops.
- Proficient at operation of Digger Derrick, Backhoe, Trencher, Mini-Excavator, Knuckle Crane, etc.
- Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.
- Able to communicate effectively and follow directions in the workplace.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn new technologies.
- Experience with Job Task Safety Analysis (JTSA) meetings.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Optional Critical Care Insurance
- LifeLock Identity Protection
- Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
